What is ECDA?

The European Chips Diversity Alliance is a European initiative focused on advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the semiconductor and microelectronics sector. ECDA brings together partners from industry, academia, research, and wider stakeholder communities to help build a more inclusive and future-ready ecosystem.

What is the Erasmus+ Programme?

Erasmus+ is the European Union’s programme supporting education, training, youth, and sport across Europe. For the 2021–2027 period, it aims to strengthen skills, foster innovation, and promote social inclusion through collaboration and mobility opportunities. The programme supports partnerships between organisations, helping to develop knowledge, share best practices, and build a more inclusive and future-ready workforce. ECDA is funded under this programme as part of broader European efforts to address skills needs and promote diversity in key sectors such as microelectronics.

Who are ECDA’s partners?

ECDA’s consortium partners include organisations from across Europe, such as industry representatives, universities, training providers, and sector bodies. Together, they contribute expertise, resources, and collaboration to support ECDA’s mission. You can explore them on the Our Partners page.

What are associated partners?

ECDA’s associated partners play an important supporting role in the Alliance’s activities. They help review deliverables, shape programmes, strengthen the relevance of ECDA’s work, and promote ECDA within their own networks, extending the Alliance’s reach and impact across Europe. See the Associated Partners page.

What is the ECDA Leadership Board?

The Leadership Board helps consolidate, review, and support the long-term use of ECDA’s outcomes. It provides advice and recommendations on the long-term impact of the project, helps oversee DEI initiatives, and supports coordination among stakeholders in the microelectronics industry. Learn more on the Leadership Board page.

What is the DEI Working Group?

The DEI Working Group is a collaborative platform that brings together stakeholders committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion across Europe’s semiconductor ecosystem. It supports exchange, dialogue, and practical action to help build a more inclusive workforce. Visit the DEI Working Group page for more information.

Where can I find ECDA news and updates?

ECDA shares project news, event highlights, consortium developments, and other updates through its News page. This is the best place to find the latest articles and announcements from across the Alliance.

Where can I find upcoming and past ECDA events?

ECDA events, forums, webinars, and related activities are listed on the Events page. This includes both upcoming opportunities and archived event information.

What publications does ECDA provide?

ECDA publishes a range of outputs that contribute to the understanding and advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the microelectronics industry. These include publications, newsletters, reports, flyers, and other materials, available on the Publications page.

What is the ECDA DEI Report 2025?

The ECDA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report 2025 is a landmark publication exploring how diversity, equity, and inclusion are shaping Europe’s semiconductor sector. Drawing on survey data, executive interviews, and focus groups with early-career professionals, it offers an evidence-based view of the sector and where progress is most needed.

What are ECDA operational tools?

ECDA’s operational tools are practical resources designed to support learning, guidance, and future readiness in the chips ecosystem. You can access these on the Operational Tools page.

What programmes does ECDA offer?

ECDA offers programmes that support a more inclusive semiconductor ecosystem across Europe. These include the Spark Excellence Award, the DEI Training Suite, the Ambassadorship Programme, and the MentorChip Programme. You can explore all of them on the Programmes page.

How can I stay connected with ECDA?

You can stay connected by following ECDA’s latest news and events on the website, exploring publications and tools, and following ECDA on social media. You can also subscribe for updates through the website.